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The article provides information on where to buy real Christmas trees in Ann Arbor, Michigan, including The 4-H Tree Sale, KBK Garden Center, Lodi Farms Nursery, Zilke Farm, Urquhart’s Tree Farm, Virgil, Jim and Big Todd’s Christmas Trees, Flatsnoots Christmas Trees, Coleman’s Farm Market, Arendt Tree Farms, and Costco. The article also offers tips for choosing the perfect Christmas tree, such as measuring the area where the tree will be placed, performing the shake test to measure dryness, selecting a tree with a symmetrical look, checking the visibility of the trunk, and testing the flexibility of the needles. It mentions that approximately 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees are sold in the United States each year, according to the National Christmas Tree Association.
Embrace the Festive Season: Your Guide to Buying a Christmas Tree Locally and Selecting the Ideal One
As Thanksgiving Day becomes a fond memory, the excitement of the Christmas holidays is upon us. It’s time to deck the halls, and nothing embodies the festive spirit quite like a Christmas tree.
If you’re on the hunt for a real Christmas tree, here are some local options:
- 4-H Tree Sale, Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, open for the next two weekends. Offers a variety of tree species ranging from $50 to $75.
- KBK Garden Center, Saline. They also host holiday craft classes.
- Lodi Farms Nursery, Ann Arbor.
- Zilke Farm, Milan, known for fresh-cut trees.
- Urquhart’s Tree Farm, Chelsea. Offers a traditional Christmas tree cutting experience.
How to Choose the Perfect Christmas Tree
Christmas trees, a beloved symbol of the holiday season, are a centerpiece in holiday home decor. Each year, Americans purchase between 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees according to the National Christmas Tree Association.
To ensure your Christmas tree lives up to its star role, consider these tips:
- Measure the space: Ensure the tree fits comfortably in your space. Leave at least six inches between the top of the tree and the ceiling, or 12 inches if adding a tree topper.
- Conduct a shake test: A slight shake of a fresh-cut tree should result in few brown fallen needles. An abundance of falling green needles, however, suggests the tree is already drying out.
- Look for symmetry: While a perfectly symmetrical tree is unlikely, avoid those with sagging branches or a misshapen form.
- Check the trunk: A visible trunk may indicate sparse branches. Conversely, if the trunk is hard to find due to dense branches and green needles, the tree is likely quite healthy.
- Test the needles: Needles should be flexible but snap when bent sharply. Avoid trees with needles that are already losing color or can easily be pulled off.
A Christmas tree is the highlight of holiday decor, making the quest for the perfect tree a significant task. Happy tree hunting!
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